Benefits Specialist

PACCAR•Bellevue, WA

About The Position

PACCAR’s HR teams across the United States work together to administer employee benefit programs and help participants receive maximum value. The Benefits Specialist provides high-quality, timely, and accurate administrative and transactional support for Health and Welfare program administration. The role collaborates with the Corporate Benefits team and reports to the Health and Welfare Benefits Manager.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience in an HR, Benefits, or related role.
Strong understanding of HR processes and data, including eligibility and enrollment rules and benefit procedures.
Thorough knowledge of and experience with MS Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Effective organizational and interpersonal skills, including written and verbal communication skills.
Strong customer service ability.
Ability to maintain accurate records and perform data entry.
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Human Resources, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with internal controls and regulatory compliance.
CEBS, CBP, or PHR credential.

Responsibilities

Administer the COBRA program, including answering participant questions and inquiries and assisting with payments.
Process benefit program invoices for payment and maintain documentation.
Administer QMCSOs.
Administer the Retiree Medical plan, including tracking elections and payments.
Support leave-of-absence record-keeping and reporting.
Answer phones for the Total Rewards team and VPHR.
Maintain employee records and ensure data accuracy in benefits and HR systems.
Prepare and distribute routine and ad hoc reports.
Support internal audits, compliance reviews, and data validation activities.
Develop employee communications to highlight benefit offerings.
Support annual Form 5500 filing and create and distribute Summary Annual Reports.
Assist with the Corporate Wellness Fair and other wellness activities.
Support other Benefits, Compensation, and HR projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive salary.
401(k) with up to a 5% company match.
Fully funded pension plan providing monthly benefits after retirement.
Paid time off, including at least 10 vacation days, 12 holidays, and sick leave.
Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
Medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and their families.
Flexible spending accounts and health savings account.
Paid short- and long-term disability program.
Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
EAP services, including wellness plans, estate planning, and financial counseling.
Growth and development opportunities.
Opportunity to work alongside experienced colleagues recognized as experts in their field.